Gregg Hull, the former mayor of Rio Rancho, has emerged victorious in the Republican primary for New Mexico’s gubernatorial race. Hull’s campaign focused on public safety, economic growth, and leveraging his government experience. He successfully defeated two other contenders, businessman Doug Turner and former Human Services Secretary Duke Rodriguez.

Hull’s Campaign Focus

Throughout the campaign, Hull emphasized the need for tougher measures against violent crime, fentanyl trafficking, and border security. He criticized the current Democratic leadership in Santa Fe for their handling of these issues. His victory in the primary solidifies Republican support behind him as a strong contender for the upcoming general election.

Doug Turner, who positioned himself as a business-minded conservative and political outsider, focused on job creation and education reform. Meanwhile, Duke Rodriguez, with his background in healthcare, highlighted addiction treatment and government reform as his primary concerns.

Upcoming General Election

Hull will face Deb Haaland, a former Interior Secretary under President Joe Biden, in the general election. The race aims to flip the governor’s office, which has been under Democratic control since 2019, as the current Democratic Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham is term-limited. This gubernatorial race is expected to be one of the most closely watched contests in New Mexico in 2026.

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